Med malpractices reform faces standoff on many issues
Stakeholders express optimism about tentative agreements on non core items like expert witness standards while clashing over broader reform. Critics warn compromises may jeopardize momentum as budget talks loom and campaign money from doctors and trial lawyers sways lawmakers. Key figures include Kent Redfield and Sen James Clayborne.
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Medical Society
Illinois State Board of Elections
State Medical Society
James Clayborne
Belleville Democrat
Trial Lawyers’ Political Action Fund
The
Hospital Association
SIUC weighs same sex partner medical benefits policy
SIUC officials discuss extending health coverage to same sex partners, with policy changes awaiting board approval. If adopted, SIU would likely reimburse individuals after private insurance purchases, following practices at the University of Illinois and Western Illinois University.
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Stucky
SIU
Coming Up One Tank Trips Along Illinois 3 Frontier Roads
A tour along Illinois Route 3 between Chester and Cairo highlights the Mississippi region. The piece maps scenic viewpoints and historic spots, inviting travelers to explore river towns, bridges, and local eateries while noting regional charm and travel practicality.
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Illinois 3
Chester
Cairo
Mississippi
Lewis and Clark Journals On Camp Activities and River Maps
Lewis and Clark record an 11 o clock dispatch sending men to invite Otteans and Panies to their camp for talks, noting river Indians hunt buffalo while fires on the plains hint at a return for green corn. They raise a flag, dry provisions, and begin mapping the river to send to the President. The party hunts two deer and traps two beaver as beaver crowds rise in this region.
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George Drewyer
Peter Crousett
Gary Moulton
University of Nebraska
Ken Burns
Ex-Carterville man charged with attempted murder in Makanda
David W Woodard, 42, formerly of Carterville, faces attempted first degree murder charges after entering Darla Woodard home on Jaros Lane in Makanda and attacking Bradley Doody with a leather strap. He is held on 250000 bond with preliminary hearing set for August 2.
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Makanda
Jackson County
Mike Wepsiec
Carterville
St. Louis
Wepsiec
David W Woodard
Woodard
Darla Woodard
Jaros Lane
Bradley Doody
Doody
David Woodard
Lawmakers urge action on 9/11 report recommendations
Lawmakers emphasize the value of the 9/11 commission report as a guide for homeland security. They call for resources to oversee implementations and for flexible thinking on potential terrorist tactics. Experts stress improved intelligence sharing between agencies to strengthen national safety.
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Commission
Congress
Costello
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